World Languages and Cultures
Whether you make languages your primary focus or supplement your studies with them, the program enriches your perspectives and expands your career prospects. In Stetson University's World Languages and Cultures program, you can explore classes in Spanish, French, German, Russian, Chinese, Arabic, Italian and Portuguese, with opportunities for study abroad across the globe. Additionally, there's a specialized multi-language translator's track available for those interested.
Why World Languages and Cultures at Stetson University?
At Stetson University, you can pursue a major in World Languages and Cultures with four concentrations, each emphasizing linguistics and cultural studies. Alongside the major, minors are offered in Spanish, French, German and Russian. The program offers three single-language concentrations: French and Francophone Studies, German Studies and Hispanic Studies, providing in-depth exploration of language complexity and cultural diversity.
Additionally, there's a Translator's Track, which culminates in a senior research project focused on translation. This project involves significant translation work, accompanied by a translator's note addressing linguistic and cultural challenges, supported by thorough background research.
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Career Outcomes
While the overall number of graduates in languages and cultures may not be large, there is significant demand and projected job growth for individuals like you with these degrees. Starting salaries are robust and the knowledge and skills gained serve as strong foundations for both graduate studies and immediate employment opportunities in government and business sectors with international connections and markets.
As you begin your journey, you will work with some of our distinguished faculty and dedicated professionals who will provide you with personal attention and expert guidance to help you thrive academically and professionally.
- Yves-Antoine Clemmen, PhD, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; French
- Michael Denner, PhD, Northwestern University; Russian
- Ana Eire, PhD, Vanderbilt University; Spanish
- Yohann Ripert, PhD, Columbia University; French
- Snezhana Zheltoukhova, PhD, University of Wisconsin; Russian
- Joshua Deckman, PhD, The Pennsylvania State University; Spanish
- Alwin Franke, PhD, Columbia University; German
- Adelia Parrado-Ortiz, PhD, Florida International University; Spanish
Students must meet General Education Requirements in addition to specific requirements within the major area of study.
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